7.7 | / 10 |
Users | 4.8 | |
Reviewer | 4.5 | |
Overall | 4.5 |
Captain Kirk and the crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise are called back to Earth after a devastating force from within their organization leaves the planet in chaos and Starfleet in pieces. Determined to settle the score, Kirk embarks on a manhunt with the rest of his crew to find the party responsible before their whole world is laid to waste.
Starring: Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto, Zoe Saldaņa, Karl Urban, Simon PeggAdventure | 100% |
Action | 99% |
Sci-Fi | 76% |
Video codec: HEVC / H.265
Video resolution: 4K (2160p)
Aspect ratio: 2.40:1, 1.78:1
Original aspect ratio: 2.39:1
English: Dolby Atmos
English: Dolby TrueHD 7.1 (48kHz, 24-bit)
French (Canada): Dolby Digital 5.1
Spanish: Dolby Digital 5.1 (640 kbps)
Portuguese: Dolby Digital 5.1 (640 kbps)
English, English SDH, French, Portuguese, Spanish
Blu-ray Disc
Three-disc set (3 BDs)
UV digital copy
4K Ultra HD
Slipcover in original pressing
Region free
Movie | 5.0 | |
Video | 5.0 | |
Audio | 5.0 | |
Extras | 4.0 | |
Overall | 4.5 |
Note: The included screenshots are sourced from a 1080p Blu-ray disc. Watch for 4K screenshots at a later date.
Paramount makes its way to the ever-growing UHD market with 2013's 'Star Trek Into Darkness,' the second reboot film directed by J.J. Abrams
and starring Chris
Pine as Kirk, Zachary Quinto as Spock, Karl Urban as Dr. McCoy, and Benedict Cumberbatch as Khan. Can the UHD surpass the excellent 1080p Blu-ray first released in 2013 or, more apropos to this release, the compendium release from 2014? Read on...
Star Trek Into Darkness receives the UHD/HDR treatment for a genetically superior high definition presentation. Paramount's second of its
first
two 4K titles is everything fans could want from it. The transfer refines an already superior 1080p presentation that's taken from the "large format"
IMAX scan that was first seen on the compendium release from 2014. This version of the film adjusts a number of
scenes away from the basic ~2.39:1 aspect ratio and blows them up to a screen-filling 1.78:1. The film's original Blu-ray release offered only the
standard wide ratio transfer.
The UHD presentation dazzles. Much like the 2009 film's 4K transfer, this one leaves no detail behind. The organically filmic transfer
preserves a very light and accentuating grain layer that helps reproduce an endlessly attractive film-style veneer. Facial details are superb. Intricate
pores and stubble are commonplace in close-ups, with even medium-distant shots capturing fine skin details, even in nonhuman characters. Of note
are the Nibiru aliens seen early in the film; the heavily textured face paint is practically three dimensional. Surface details are excellent, whether the
slick bridge control consoles on the Enterprise, contrasting with the less seen but no less complex Vengeance bridge. Scuffs on
shuttles, the heavy wear on the red vehicles Spock and Khan fight atop in the climax, or little touches on Kronos never fail to capture and present a
fine tooth world essence. Colors are likewise terrific. The HDR color scheme never pushes them too far or unnaturally beyond what was seen in
previous releases. If anything, they're more naturally refined, never too punchy or misrepresentative of accurate, even the bright red vegetation
seen
in the film's chase sequence open. Black levels hold up very well, and digital effects continue to mesh seamlessly with the filmed elements. Direct
comparisons reveal a difference in contrast. The UHD disc is less punchy and more refined in its color palette. Details are clearly improved,
particularly evident on close-up shots (look at the aliens in the movie's opening chase sequence, a close-up of a portable transporter device at the
30:46 mark, and any character close-ups). The
transfer does the movie right; fans will be ecstatic with what is an honest upgrade over the already reference worthy 1080p presentation.
Note that this set does not contain the 1080p 3D version of the film.
That's more like it. Into Darkness arrives on UHD alongside 2009's Star Trek, and both have been upgraded to Dolby Atmos sound.
Unlike the 2009 film, which never used the height channels to full effect, Into Darkness offers a fairly wide range of opportunity to enjoy the
added layer. While certainly not a priority, the height channels seem more like primaries and less like nice-to-have enhancers. The movie opens with
several good examples of the height channel effect, including a spear that whooshes from front to back with a noticeable overhead zip and the
Enterprise's ascent from the ocean, an effect that fills the room and literally has the sensation of the massive weight rising and the water
falling back down. Strong dialogue reverberation in a scene in which Marcus, Pike, Kirk, Spock, and others discuss the London bombing is aided by the
height channels, featuring a nice little bit of extra bounce and movement to the words. Various action scenes find strong overhead support, nothing
quite so discrete and prominent as the early movie moments but with enough tangible help up top to make the investment well worth while.
In more generalized terms, the track dazzles. Music is smooth and detailed, with tight and deep low end support, effortless integration from all corners
of
the stage, and perfect clarity to every note. Action scenes come to life with remarkable zip, weight, and detail, whether a firefight on Kronos or heavy
combat between spaceships. Explosions are plentiful and potent. Support atmospherics never relent. Even if it's just the bleeps and bloops that
emanate from all over the Enterprise bridge, there's absolutely no shortage of immersive detail to enjoy. Dialogue is clear and detailed with
natural center placement and prioritization.
All of the extras from The Compendium release carry over on the 1080p feature film and supplemental disc, but only The Mission Continues
(2160p, 1:29) is
available on the UHD disc. A voucher for a UV/iTunes digital copy code is included with purchase. For more detail, please click here. For convenience, below is a list of what's
included, and where to find it:
Disc One:
Star Trek Into Darkness can't match the raw revenge-filled narrative and life-defining themes of Star Trek II, but it's a wonderful re-imagining that gets a lot of it right while forging its own unique identity along the way. It's easy to see why purists could find fault with the movie -- it's action is far more kinetic than any previous Trek film, while the original Khan dazzled with the "less is more" approach -- but within this franchise's established world and considering the demands of a new generation of moviegoers, Into Darkness is about the best-case scenario for a semi-remake of a seminal classic that represents the defining two hours of Star Trek. Paramount's UHD release of Star Trek Into Darkness features exceptional 2160p video and dazzling Atmos sound. No new extras are included, but the carryover material is terrific. A must-own for UHD owners and Star Trek fans.
2013
2013
Starfleet Phaser Limited Edition Gift Set
2013
w/ Hot Wheels 1:50 Scale Star Trek Villain Ship
2013
Bonus Disc
2013
2013
Bonus Disc
2013
With bonus disc
2013
2013
2013
2013
2013
w/ Villain Ship
2013
2013
Limited Edition
2013
Limited Edition
2013
2013
Bonus disc
2013
IMAX Edition
2013
2009
1982
40th Anniversary Edition
1984
Bonus Disc / Exclusive Packaging / Character Cards
2016
1991
2013
2014
1998
1996
1989
1986
2017
2016
2007-2009
The Remastered Collection
1978-1980
2013
Live. Die. Repeat.
2014
2013
2013
2002